WordPress 6.7 Beta 1 is Here for Testing
Good News for website owners and operators! WordPress 6.7 Beta 1 is available now for download and testing.
As this beta version is still in development, so it is important that this should not to install or run it on any live or critical website. You should install it on a test site or a local environment to get a free for the new features without any risk.
How to Test WordPress 6.7 Beta 1?
Do you need help to test it? Following is an easy way to try out this beta 1 version:
WordPress Beta Tester Plugin
You can simply install and activate the WordPress Beta Tester plugin on your site. Choose the “Bleeding edge” channel, then to get started with the Beta version just select “Beta/RC Only”.
Direct Download
Do you want to download it directly? Don’t worry, here is the link of zip file (Beta 1 version). Just download it with this link and install on a WordPress website manually.
Command Line (WP-CLI)
If you prefer using WP-CLI, Just run this command: wp core update –version=6.7-beta1 to install the latest version.
WordPress Playground
If you want to test it in a most simple and quick way, you can use WordPress Playground Instance For Beta 1. For this, no setup is required – just open it in your browser and start exploring.
Make Your Calendar
According to a WordPress report, the final release for WordPress 6.7 is set for November 12, 2024.
Over the next six weeks, yours feedbacks and testing are important to make sure the final version is rock-solid, packed with great features and user friendly.
How Important is Testing WordPress 6.7?
Testing plays a great role in developing any type of software, and it is also one of the best ways to contribute, even if you are not a professional. Though you are a beginner or experienced, Testing helps ensure everything works normally.
What to do if you find an issue?
If you find an issue or problem, do not hesitate to report it. Go to the Alpha/Beta Section of the Support forums and share your feedback. If you feel confident and have the information of how to submit a reproducible bug, you can also log it through WordPress Trac. You can also check if your issue has already been reported in the known bugs list.
Want to learn more about testing?
Do you want getting involved in testing? You can just follow the Make Core Testing Initiatives to stay up-to-date. Furthermore, you can join the conversation in the #core-test cannel on Making WordPress Slack to connect with other participants.
What’s new in WordPress 6.7?
WordPress 6.7 is going to introduce many fresh and new features that were previously only available in the Gutenberg Plugin. To learn more about all these updates, check out the “What’s New in Gutenberg” posts, covering versions 18.5 to 19.3.
What’s New in WordPress 6.7 Beta 1?
The new WordPress 6.7 Beta 1 version is packed with more than 500 enhancements and bug fixes, with over 200 tickets dedicated to improving WordPress 6.7 Core. Following is a quick look at what’s in the store:
Introducing the Twenty Twenty-Five Theme
With the new release of WordPress 6.7, you well get a brand new default theme, named as Twenty Twenty-Five. This theme is all about the creativity and flexibility, making it more easier than ever to build attractive websites. It is inspired by ancestry and nature, reflecting timeless themes of change and evolution.
With its wide range of styles and patterns, you will have everything you want to create on your website tell will explain your unique story. You can keep up with its progress or reports on GitHub repo.
Zoom Out and Edit with Patterns
This new Zoom Out feature in WordPress 6.7 enhances your editing experience by allowing you to work with patterns instead of individual blocks.
With just a joggle button from the toolbar, you will be able to zoom out and edit more quickly and efficiently, especially when you build the more complex pages.
Enhanced Media Support
Here is the Good News for those who work with high-quality images!
WordPress now supports HEIC image uploads, which are automatically converted to JPEG for compatibility with all browsers.
Also, images that are lazy-loaded now come with auto-sizing, and you have more control over background image options on both globally and individual blocks.
Expanding Block Design Options
The Latest WordPress 6.7 expands block support, especially for developers and designers.
One most and highly expected update is the addition of shadow support for group blocks. This update will open exciting new design possibilities.
Preview Options API Upgrade
This WordPress release brings a boost to the Preview Options API, making content previews even more customizable.
Developers will be able to add new custom items to the preview dropdown menu, allowing users to view the content in different environments or formats.
It is more flexible way to preview the content while keeping the familiar and customized dropdown structure intact.
Improved Data Views
WordPress 6.7 refines the Data Views, which was firstly introduced in 6.5 version, making them more functional and easier to customize to use. Expect an added flexibility and smoother experience in your workflow.
Manage Block Bindings Easily
Updates to the API in the WordPress 6.7 make managing block bindings more and more user-friendly.
With a new user interface, you can now connect attributes with custom fields directly within a block, and you don’t need to switch to the Code Editor. By default, Admins and Editors can manage these bindings but this can also be adjusted with the block_editor_settings_all and map_meta_cap filters.
Smarter and Simplified Query Loop Block
The Query Loop Block is now becoming a lot more smarter.
Now, it is able to automatically pull the query from your template, saving you and your time from manually setting it up. As a result, your posts will show up instantly in both front-end and in the editor, making the process more streamlined and faster.
So, you can now focus on generating greater and quality content without worrying about extra setup.
Customize and Control Font Size Presets
In this new update, the Styles Interface has been improved, which will give you more control over font sizes. Now, you can easily add, remove, or even edit font size presets to match your design requirements.
Another most important feature is the ability to use Fluid Typography, which allows your fonts to scale responsively. There are extra options also to give you more control over how fonts adjust on different devices and presets.
Split View for Meta Boxes in the Post Editor
A user friendly and handy new Split View feature allows you to see both the meta boxes and editor canvas at the same time while editing.
This change provides a friendly experience by ensuring what you see in the editor matches what will appear on the front-end.
Easier Template Registration API
Now, developers are able to register new custom block templates without any hassle of using complex filters.
This update makes it easier to create custom templates which also improves the overall development process as well.
Stay Updated on WordPress 6.7 Changes
We know that, this is just the first beta, and there are chances to release more beta versions before the release of official version of WordPress 6.7. If the new beta version is released in the future, obviously there will be changes in the features also.
Make sure to check out the Make WordPress Core Blog for all latest updates in the coming weeks and stay on the top of the WordPress 6.7 Release Cycle.
